The Green Spa Network

We all know how important it is to do our part to help preserve our planet's resources and many spas are now jumping on board to "green up" their operations.  I recently stumbled across a new website, GreenSpaNetwork.org, and wanted to share their innovative ideas and goals with you.

There are three main goals of the GSN...

1. To bring sustainable operating practices to the spa industry.

2. To facilitate education, research and alliances in sustainable business practices.

3. To promote the natural connections between personal well-being, economic sustainability, and health of our planet.

GSN is a relatively new company that is not even taking members at this time.  They have over 100 companies and professionals interested and a handful of  "Founding Seed Spas" that are the test market for the programs that are currently in development.  FYI...they are accepting applications for 3 more Seed Spas and general membership will begin in Spring 2008.

The following are examples of the programs they have in development, that as a member, you would have access to.

Seed Spa Program: The strategies GSN has developed along with the tools and products your spa would need.

Green Spa Toolkit: Everything you need to know if you intend to go green...what light bulbs to buy, cleaners to use and how to conserve water.

Green Spa Network Website: A resource with ongoing product reviews, tips, request for information and expert advise.

We each need to do our part to protect our natural resources.  Companies like the Green Spa Network have done the research and spent the time to make "going green" a feasible option for spas wanting to make an impact without sacrificing the planet.  Check out all the green ideas there are out there and see how your spa can start making a difference today.